Swadeshi Movement: Impact and Literature

Which publication was edited by Surendranath Banerjee during the Swadeshi movement?

What genre of literature did the Swadeshi movement significantly contribute to?

Who composed the song 'Amar Sonar Bangla' that became the national anthem of Bangladesh?

Which of the following was a key figure in establishing Indian Fine Arts during the Swadeshi movement?

What was one of the main aims of the Swadeshi movement in education?

Which play was written by Khirod Prasad during the Swadeshi movement?

Which of the following songs from the Swadeshi movement highlights individual determination?

Which institution was founded under the Swadeshi movement to promote Indian Fine Arts?

Consequences of the Swadeshi Movement

The movement witnessed a surge in patriotic literature, evidenced by numerous new publications, including newspapers, books, dramas, songs, and articles.
Publications like Bengali, Sanjibani, Hitabaadi, Sandhya, Yugantar, The Dawn, and Vande Mataram bolstered nationalist sentiment.
The movement inspired plays like Palashir Prayachitta, Sirajuddoula, Mir Kasim, Sabbas Bangali, and Bangar Angashed, which focused on historical events and fueled patriotic fervor.
Notable books from this era include Japani Bir, Joy Sangeet, Nabya Bharat, and Bangalakhmir Bratakatha.
Rabindranath Tagore's 23 patriotic songs, especially "Amar Sonar Bangla," which became Bangladesh's national anthem and "jadi tor daak sune keu naa ase, tabe ekla cholo re...", profoundly resonated with the people.
The Swadeshi movement encompassed national education, aiming to establish an independent system free from Western influences.
The Bangia Kala Sangsad was founded to promote Indian Fine Arts.
Abanindranath Thakur, a key figure, established the foundation of Indian Fine Arts through his painting ''Banga Mata''.
Sister Nivedita transformed this painting to "Bharat Mata."

Explore the profound impact of the Swadeshi Movement on patriotic literature and education. This quiz covers key publications, influential songs by Rabindranath Tagore, and the movement's legacy in fostering national consciousness. Test your knowledge on the pivotal works and figures from this era.